Our intensive
3-day MCA Accredited STCW ISPS Proficiency as Ship
Security Officer (SSO) Course meets the
requirements of STCW A-VI/5 and is based on
the MCA / MNTB Ship Security Officer
specifications. Approved by the Maritime &
Coastguard Agency (MCA), it has been
designed to give delegates a full
understanding of, and how to implement the
ISPS Code and related legislation to fulfil
the documentation requirements and maintain
an effective security system for their
operation. The course also incorporates our
own Anti-Piracy Awareness Training modules.
In addition to the Manchester, UK Head
Office Venue, the course can be presented
worldwide and to a client's requirements.
Course Delegates will receive training from
a highly-experienced MCA Accredited Trainer,
and receive a very informative and
information-packed Ship Security Officer
Course Manual to use as an invaluable
reference aid.

Full MCA
Accredited (STCW ISPS) Proficiency as Ship
Security Officer (SSO) Certificate.
Regulation VI/5, paragraph 1 and Section
A-VI/5, paragraphs 1 to 4 of the STCW
Convention and Code 1978, as amended and
incorporates Proficiency in Security
Awareness and Designated Security Duties
laid down in Regulation VI/6 and Section
A-VI/6 of the STCW Convention and Code.

Course Certificate 2:

ESTS
International Anti-Piracy Awareness Training
(APAT) Certificate

Course Pre-Requisites:

For full STCW Certification, a
minimum
of 12 months relevant sea time or experience
in related Service (Navy, Marines, Merchant
Navy, Coastguard etc) unless an MCA Waiver
is obtained. By applying for this course you
are offering confirmation that you possess
the relevant sea-time or experience as
required.

Subjects Covered:

Principles and
Responsibilities of
National and
International
Requirements;

The SSO's duties &
responsibilities;

Maintaining Ship
Security Plans;

Appreciate the Ship
Security Levels;

The handling of
Sensitive Security
Related Information;

Develop and maintain
measures for the
control of access to
the vessel;

Conduct ship
security and risk
assessments;

The use and
maintenance of
security equipment;

The handling and
safeguarding of
stowaways;

An introduction to
Maritime Piracy;

Maritime Anti-Piracy
Countermeasures;

Implementing
effective search
mechanisms and
security controls.

Assessment Methods:

Continuous assessment will be
conducted during the course theory with Q&A
sessions throughout the course. Delegates
are actively encouraged to participate and
contribute where they are able

Any associated
airfares, meals and accommodation for
Instructors to be arranged at the Clients
expense. Any other expenses where applicable
will be cleared with the Client prior to
agreement of provision of training.